US Bridges

714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3E2N Verdon (714-649/650) · Structure no. C007411435

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries714 RD-649 / 650 a
CrossesMackelroy Creek
Location3E2N Verdon (714-649/650)
RouteCounty Highway 114
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1749, -95.6499
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.9 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.7 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2021)
Projected traffic25 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2021.

How much traffic does 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.7 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 714 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.